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Is there a sleeping pill that works as fast as regular ambien (zolpidem)?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Ambien (zolpidem): Several, such as lunesta, sonata, (zaleplon) but please discuss with your doctor.

Answered 2/5/2013

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